Our Mission
To work together to create a better future for all through education, enterprise and employment.
Our Values
Our values are the principles that guide the way we do things. They represent the aspirations of our individual and collective behaviour. To achieve our mission, we will endeavour to put these values at the heart of everything we do.
Achievement – We are ambitious. We set high standards for the College and all its students and staff. We help people transform their lives through education, experience, support, and inspiration.
Inclusion – We are an open, welcoming and supportive College. Our commitment to equality and diversity underpins everything we do. We build and sustain positive relationships with many communities.
Excellence – We aim for excellence in teaching, learning and assessment on all our courses wherever they are delivered. We believe in taking a creative and innovative approach to our courses and encourage our students to develop their own strategies and solutions to their tasks.
Focus – We are a forward-looking professional organisation working towards our shared strategy for engaging the wider social and economic environment.
Integrity – We work to uphold our values in our planning and decision-making, our teaching and learning, our actions, and relationships. We aim to be fair, open, honest, and accountable to the communities we serve and to treat all with respect.
About CECOS College London
CECOS offers its students an exceptional educational experience, which is shaped by commitment, enthusiasm, discipline, effectiveness, insight and creativity: an educational experience which can withstand the demands of the contemporary world. The programmes that we offer are market-oriented and designed to meet employer requirements by helping each individual to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours.
Since 1998 CECOS College London has developed a reputation as a quality provider of education who places it students at the centre of everything it does. To do this we are committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing the very best staff.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Student Engagement Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for understanding the entry criteria of our courses, sourcing and recruiting direct referrals, supporting student referrals, and assisting with application processes, evidence submission, and financial applications. This role is pivotal in ensuring a smooth and effective recruitment process for our courses.
Key Responsibilities:
Understand Course Entry Criteria:
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the entry requirements for various courses.
• Stay updated on any changes to course criteria and communicate relevant information to prospective students and stakeholders.
Source and Recruit Direct Referrals:
• Implement strategies to identify and engage potential candidates for the courses.
• Use various marketing channels to generate leads and recruit direct referrals to the courses.
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry contacts, educational agents, and other referral sources.
• Organise and attend outreach event to recruit appropriate applicants for course.
• Develop links with Local Schools and Colleges, to increase awareness of courses provided.
Support Student Referrals:
• Assist current students and alumni in referring potential applicants to the courses.
• Provide guidance and support to students regarding the referral process and ensure their referrals are effectively managed.
Application and Evidence Submission Support:
• Guide applicants through the application process, ensuring all required documents and evidence are submitted accurately and timely.
• Offer assistance with the preparation and submission of necessary documentation, including academic records, personal statements, and any other required evidence.
Finance Application Support:
• Assist applicants with financial applications and provide information about available funding options, scholarships, and payment plans.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure that financial support requests are processed efficiently and accurately.
Supporting smooth admission process:
• Assist applications from agents in ensuring correct eligibility present for courses applied.
• Liaise with agents regarding applicants for interview.
General support:
• To support team with inductions, recruitment events and office admin team, as required by management.
Criteria
Essential
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to explain processes clearly to applicants from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple applications and deadlines accurately.
• Confident use of IT systems, databases, and Microsoft Office.
Desirable
• Knowledge of UK education pathways and funding options.
Data Protection and Privacy Notice
CECOS College London is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Personal data provided as part of your application (including your CV and any supporting documents) will be used solely for the purpose of assessing your suitability for this role and for related recruitment and selection activities. Your information will be retained securely for a limited period in line with our Data Retention Policy and then deleted or anonymised.
By submitting an application, you consent to the processing of your data for recruitment purposes. For further details, please refer to the College’s Privacy Notice, available on our website or upon request.
Join us at CECOS College London and make a positive impact on the lives of our students by supporting their wellbeing and success.
